What is the cheapest way to get from Essen to Mechelen?

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Mechelen is to bus which costs €15 - €35 and takes 4h 16m.

What is the fastest way to get from Essen to Mechelen?

The fastest way to get from Essen to Mechelen is to drive which takes 2h 27m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Essen and Mechelen?

No, there is no direct bus from Essen station to Mechelen. However, there are services departing from Essen - Bus Station and arriving at Antwerp - Berchem via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Mechelen?

No, there is no direct train from Essen to Mechelen. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Malines via Bruxelles-Midi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 29m.

How far is it from Essen to Mechelen?

The distance between Essen and Mechelen is 326 km. The road distance is 207.1 km.

How do I travel from Essen to Mechelen without a car?

The best way to get from Essen to Mechelen without a car is to train which takes 3h 29m and costs €110 - €180.

How long does it take to get from Essen to Mechelen?

It takes approximately 3h 29m to get from Essen to Mechelen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essen to Mechelen bus from?

Essen to Mechelen bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Essen - Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Essen to Mechelen train from?

Essen to Mechelen train services, operated by Eurostar, depart from Essen Hbf station.

Train, bus or fly from Essen to Mechelen?

The best way to get from Essen to Mechelen is to train which takes 3h 29m and costs €110 - €180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €15 - €35 and takes 4h 16m, you could also fly, which costs €130 - €290 and takes 5h 55m.

Where does the Essen to Mechelen bus arrive?

Essen to Mechelen bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Antwerp - Berchem station.

Where does the Essen to Mechelen train arrive?

Essen to Mechelen train services, operated by Eurostar, arrive at Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi station.

Can I drive from Essen to Mechelen?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Mechelen is 207 km. It takes approximately 2h 27m to drive from Essen to Mechelen.

How do I get a train ticket from Essen to Mechelen?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Essen to Mechelen?

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Where can I stay near Mechelen?

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Essen to Mechelen - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Essen to Mechelen by train (Eurostar), bus, car, plane, or train

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Train (Eurostar)
best
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Miditrain Thalys
3h 29m
€110–180
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Essen - Bus Station to Antwerp - Berchembus BlaBlaCar Bus
4h 16m
€16–31
Drive 207.1 km
1. Drive from Essen to Mechelencar 207.1 km
2h 27m
€33–48
Fly to Brussels Airport
1. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Brussels Airport (BRU)plane DUS - BRU
5h 55m
€139–284
Train via Cologne
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Köln Hbftrain 43 / ...
2. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Brussels-Nordtrain 79
3h 51m
€44–129
Bus via Antwerp Rooseveltplaats
1. Take the bus from Essen central train station to Antwerp Rooseveltplaatsbus 380
5h 27m
€21–36
Fly to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, train
1. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)plane DUS - AMS
2. Take the train from Schiphol Airport to Anvers-Centraltrain
4h 10m
€165–431

Essen to Mechelen by train (Eurostar)

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Distance: 326.1 km
Duration: 3h 29m

What companies run services between Essen, Germany and Mechelen, Belgium?

Eurostar operates a train from Essen Hbf to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi 4 times a day. Tickets cost €100–180 and the journey takes 2h 59m. Alternatively, BlaBlaCar Bus operates a bus from Essen - Bus Station to Antwerp - Berchem twice daily. Tickets cost €13–22 and the journey takes 3h 55m. FlixBus also services this route once daily.

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